Q. Graham's law of diffusion states that the rate of diffusion of a gas is:
ग्राहम का विसरण नियम बताता है कि गैस के विसरण की दर है:
Explanation
Graham's Law states that the rate of diffusion of a gas is inversely proportional to the square root of its molar mass.
Mathematical expression: Rate ∝ 1/√M
For two gases: r₁/r₂ = √(M₂/M₁)
Physical basis:
- Lighter molecules move faster at the same temperature
- Kinetic energy is the same: ½mv² = constant
- Therefore: v ∝ 1/√m ∝ 1/√M
Example: H₂ diffuses 4 times faster than O₂
- M_H₂ = 2, M_O₂ = 32
- Rate ratio = √(32/2) = √16 = 4
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